1971 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1971 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1971 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1971 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Tatra | Porsche |
| Model | T603 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
